Hyundai sales were up 4.0 percent, led by a surge in hybrid electric vehicles. Hyundai Elantra sales surged 39.0 percent to nearly outsell the popular Tucson SUV. Photo by: HyundaiWhile Hyundai’s overall sales increased by a modest 4.0 percent, sales for its hybrid electric vehicles (HEV) grew even faster. Sonata HEV, Elantra HEV, and Tucson HEV sales increased by 85.0 percent, 13.0 percent, and 5.0 percent, respectively. Hyundai's EV Sales Slide2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Photo by: HyundaiThe Hyundai Ioniq 5 defied the odds earlier this year, posting an increase in sales, but July is different.